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time and tide wait for no man

Language; Idioms

This is used as a way of suggestion that people should act without delay.

uneasy lies the head that wears the crown

Language; Idioms

This means that people with serious responsibilities have a heavy burden.

pleased as punch

Language; Idioms

When someone is pleased as punch, they are very satisfied about something

all bark and no bite

Language; Idioms

When someone talks tough but really isn't, they are all bark and no bite.

warm the cockles of your heart

Language; Idioms

If something warms the cockles of your heart, it makes you feel happy.

at odds

Language; Idioms

If you are at odds with someone, you cannot agree with them and argue.

safe and sound

Language; Idioms

If you arrive safe and sound, then nothing has harmed you on your way.

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